BASIL CENTO REAR BASKET RATTAN
Elevate your daily commute or casual weekend rides with a touch of classic European elegance. The Basil Cento Rear Basket Rattan delivers the timeless aesthetic of traditional woven willow baskets but upgrades it with modern, high-grade synthetic materials. Engineered to sit lengthwise along your bicycle’s rear luggage carrier, this orientation ensures excellent weight distribution, keeping your centre of gravity balanced and your bike handling flawlessly, even when loaded to maximum capacity.
Unlike natural wicker that cracks, fades, and degrades when exposed to the elements, this basket is constructed from high-tensile, UV-stabilised synthetic rattan. It shrugs off heavy downpours, frost, and intense Australian sunshine without losing its beautiful finish. Featuring a heavily reinforced structural frame and protective feet to prevent scuffing when set on the ground, it provides a massive 22-litre storage area. It is the perfect, back-saving alternative to sweaty backpacks, easily swallowing up school books, a laptop bag, beach towels, or a full load of fresh market groceries.
Key Features
Weatherproof Synthetic Rattan: Enjoy the classic aesthetic of woven rattan with a highly durable, UV-resistant synthetic structure that won't rot or fade in the sun.
Lengthwise Frame Layout: Mounts parallel to your bike frame across the rear rack to maintain a narrow profile and prevent side-to-side wobble.
Reinforced Bottom Frame: Engineered with a rigid structural base and integrated protective feet to elevate the basket and prevent wear on rough surfaces.
Large 22-Litre Utility: A wide, chamfered opening offers generous room to lay tote bags, satchels, and loose groceries flat.
Multi-System Compatibility: Ships with standard fixed mounting hardware, whilst remaining fully compatible with popular modular adapter plates like MIK and Racktime.
Specifications
Position on Bicycle: Rear
Installation: Luggage carrier rack
Material: Weatherproof synthetic rattan
Mounting Kit Included: Yes (Basil fixed system)
Dimensions: 47cm x 34cm x 22cm
Volume: 22L
Maximum Carrying Capacity: 10kg
Warranty: 2 years
✅ Why This Product IS For You
Style-Conscious Commuters: Perfect if you love a vintage, romantic, or vintage-cruiser aesthetic but want modern, long-lasting durability.
Market and Cafe Cruisers: Ideal for those who regularly pick up fresh produce, bakery items, or picnic supplies and want an easy drop-in cargo tray.
E-Bike and Step-Through Owners: Great for riders with low step-through frames or e-bikes who want a rear storage solution that won't interfere with mounting or dismounting.
❌ Why This Product May NOT Be For You
Want a Portable Hand Basket: Because this specific model uses a fixed mounting system to bolt directly to your bike rack, you cannot quickly unclip it to use as a handheld shopping basket.
Riders Without a Rear Rack: This basket requires a pre-existing, sturdy rear luggage rack installed over your rear tyre to serve as its mounting foundation.
BFC PRO TIP
Synthetic rattan is highly durable, but the open-weave design means small loose items—like keys, coins, or lip balm—can slide around or fall through if they roll out of your bag. Grab a reusable, canvas tote bag or a custom fabric basket liner to line the interior. Not only does this keep your smallest valuables completely safe, but it also allows you to lift your entire load out in one smooth motion when you reach your destination!
